Maintenance Technical Instructor

What You Will Do

• Design and develop training content in various formats, including presentations, videos, and hands-on demonstrations, based on customer or internal requirements
• Deliver technical training to CHI maintenance staff and external customers in classroom, hangar, and operational aircraft environments
• Serve as Lead Instructor for CHI aircraft platform courses (e.g., Maintenance, Familiarization)
• Facilitate new hire training for field and shop maintenance technicians
• Plan, organize, and execute training programs in accordance with CHI standards and regulatory requirements
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for aircraft systems and maintenance practices
• Conduct practical exercises and evaluate mechanic proficiency and progress
• Assist in developing training materials and contribute to the continuous improvement of training content
• Represent Columbia Helicopters during regulatory or customer audits related to training programs

What We Need From You

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred
• FAA Airframe and/or Powerplant certification preferred
• Previous vocational, military, or formal teaching experience desired
• Strong knowledge of aircraft systems; rotorcraft experience highly preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to instruct and mentor technicians
• Understanding of domestic and international aviation regulatory requirements
• Ability to interpret technical data from manuals, regulations, and digital sources
• Self-motivated, organized, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience in developing training content
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, including to remote or austere locations